by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Technology & Apps
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I was flooded with questions from therapists who were suddenly thrust into the world of OT telehealth, also known as teletherapy. Personally, I had never done it, but I’ve always been interested in learning more about...
by Miss Jaime | Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills, Technology & Apps
As I walked into school the other day, a friend of mine grabbed me in a panic and said “Should my four-year-old really be practicing a page of letters every night?! This is the only time I get to spend with her and I’m forcing her to write a whole page of D’s! This...
by Miss Jaime | Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills, Keyboarding Skills, Technology & Apps
Keyboarding skills are often considered just important (or more) than handwriting. But when are children developmentally ready? Developmental Progression of Keyboarding Skills Have you ever gone to a restaurant and spotted an entire family on their phone or tablet?...
by Miss Jaime | Technology & Apps
Students who struggle with getting their thoughts on paper and HATE writing will LOVE this game-changing app called SnapType Pro. With two weeks left of school, the middle school was HOT and sticky. The smell of sweaty teenagers who just didn’t want to be in...
by Miss Jaime | Technology & Apps
*This post contains affiliate links INVENTING SNAPTYPE Amberlynn Slavin, a college student in an Occupational Therapy program, came up with this amazing idea and then brought it to fruition. I find myself brimming with ideas, but I’ve still never invented...
by Miss Jaime | Technology & Apps
What should a parent do when their child isn’t interested in reading? What if they aren’t prepared for kindergarten? Will they ever learn their letters? I just found the perfect solution for the disinterested child. A Bluebee Pal. As an OT and a newly...